Nc197 over Bowlens Creek
Poor Condition87 years old2,500 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Yancey |
| Location | .03 Mi.s.jct.sr1139 |
| Carries | Nc197 |
| Crosses | Bowlens Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.90387, -82.30824 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Poor |
| Deck | 4 (Poor) |
| Superstructure | 4 (Poor) |
| Substructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | Unknown |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 52.8 ft (16.1 m) |
| Max Span | 22.0 ft (6.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 24.9 ft (7.6 m) |
| Deck Area | 122.4 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1939 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,500 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 7% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 823 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000001990051 |